Operations Manager

Markit! Forestry Management LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Markit! Forestry Management, LLC in Colorado Springs is seeking a Project Manager with a focus on forestry operations. You will oversee projects from bidding through execution, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a degree in Forestry or Construction Management. The position offers an annual salary range of $75,000 to $100,000.

Qualifications

• 1-10 years' experience in Operations or Project Management.
• Ability to work in an online database daily.
• Possession of a valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forestry projects from bidding to execution.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in Forestry or Construction Management

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

In this position you will be a member of Markit! Forestry's management team and you will report to the Vice President of Operations.

Location: Markit! Forestry's office in Colorado Springs, CO

Travel: 10 - 25%

Duties:

• Oversee forestry projects from bidding and proposal through execution:
  • Attend project pre-bid meetings
  • Responsible for cost estimate generation
  • Read project prescriptions to understand the timeline, workflow, equipment and staffing needed for bidding
  • Write detailed technical and business proposals
  • Customer collaboration
  • Read, understand, and manage complex contracts
  • Budget preparation and project controls planning
  • Subcontractor development and management
  • Obtain appropriate permits and licenses
  • Cost controls/job status reports
  • Develop and manage Project Schedules
  • Measure, track and report quantities and milestones
  • Project invoicing preparation and tracking
  • Project closeout and reporting
• Work closely with field personnel to deliver project requirements
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Excellent organizational and motivational skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal ability
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Word, MS Project and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong customer service orientation
• Advanced knowledge of office machinery and cellular devices including computer, copier, tablet and cell phone
• Ability to work in an online database daily
• Travel to project sites
• Possess a valid driver's license, or ability to acquire one upon employment, and be insurable

Preferred Background & Experience:

• 1-10 years' experience in Operations or Project Management and Forestry, at any level
• Degree in Construction Management, Forestry, Forestry Management, Engineering or equivalent
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus
• Regional forestry experience is a plus

Compensation: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually dependent on qualifications and experience.

Markit! Forestry is an equal opportunity employer.